Alexander Fleming Middle vs Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Fleming Middle
Lomita · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,110 students
Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High
Harbor City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,549 students
| Measure | Alexander Fleming Middle Lomita, California | Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High Harbor City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #705 of 1,334 | #792 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11743 of 15,369 | #12985 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,110 | 1,549 |
| Enrollment | 1,110 | 1,549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 31% |
| city | Lomita | Harbor City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.9 vs 31.6).
- •Alexander Fleming Middle does better on math proficiency (34% vs 31%).
- •Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 45%).
- •Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84% vs 88.8%).
- •Alexander Fleming Middle does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 19.6).
- •Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High is the larger school with 1,549 students compared with 1,110.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alexander Fleming Middle better than Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alexander Fleming Middle and Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lomita and Harbor City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Fleming Middle: 1,110. Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High: 1,549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Fleming Middle and Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High rank in California?
Alexander Fleming Middle is 705th of 1,334 and Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High is 792nd of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).